OT world series

[wc1934]

CUBS vs INDIANS!!!!
Great pitching tonite from the Cubs - faced the minimum of 27 batters.

[eddief]

magician

[pjm]

Easy travel day(s). A Great Lakes series, Michigan vs. Erie.

[eddief]

Throughout his whole big league coaching career, cycling has been one of Maddon’s passions away from the game. Biking along the bay near his Tampa Bay home has been part of Maddon’s weekly routine, as well is his main source of exercise. Back two years ago, Maddon said he rode his bike anywhere from 60-100 miles per week. At 58-years-old, Maddon is committed to taking care of his body and staying in shape. Besides getting his needed exercise from his bike rides, Maddon also benefits mentally from cycling. He says it helps manage the stress of being a big league manager, and even helps him think of creative ideas. The “9=8” slogan, which Maddon made famous after clinching the playoffs for the first time in franchise history, was actually thought of during one of his bike rides.

[DHallerman]

I'm a Mets fan, but more so, a baseball fan. So, looking at the exciting prospects of this perfect-for-2016 World Series, here's my mixed take.

I want Chicago to win because it's a great story.
I want the Cubs to lose because the owner is a Trump supporter.

I want Cleveland to win because it was the first AL team to sign black players.
I want the Indians to lose because of its racist logo.

Dave, who says that history is never fair let alone balanced

[oldpotatoe]

I'm a Mets fan, but more so, a baseball fan. So, looking at the exciting prospects of this perfect-for-2016 World Series, here's my mixed take.

I want Chicago to win because it's a great story.
I want the Cubs to lose because the owner is a Trump supporter.

I want Cleveland to win because it was the first AL team to sign black players.
I want the Indians to lose because of its racist logo.

Dave, who says that history is never fair let alone balanced

And the players probably only really care about number 1. But, great story? Not being able to put it together for over a century??

Great the cubbies made it to the big show...want Cleveland to win.

[Shoeman]

Rooting for the Native Americans!!!

[bobswire]

I'm a Mets fan, but more so, a baseball fan. So, looking at the exciting prospects of this perfect-for-2016 World Series, here's my mixed take.

I want Chicago to win because it's a great story.
I want the Cubs to lose because the owner is a Trump supporter.

I want Cleveland to win because it was the first AL team to sign black players.
I want the Indians to lose because of its racist logo.

Dave, who says that history is never fair let alone balanced

What he said. After the Giants lost to the better team I was rooting for the Cubs but later reading about the Cubs owner gave me pause then again I like Bill Murray.

[makoti]

Cubs will take it because.... Ben Zobrist.
He was with the Royals when we broke our drought. A year later, he's with the Cubs as they try to do the same thing. He is this generations' Lonnie Smith. A middling player who seems to end up on winners.
That said, rooting for Cleveland because "Cub" is a stupid middle name for a kid. (another BZ reference)

[DHallerman]

Cubs will take it because.... Ben Zobrist.
He was with the Royals when we broke our drought. A year later, he's with the Cubs as they try to do the same thing. He is this generations' Lonnie Smith. A middling player who seems to end up on winners.


Interesting parallel between Ben Zobrist and Lonnie Smith.

Both have the exact same lifetime OPS (on-base & slugging percentages) of .791, which describes a very good and useful player.

Dave, who says of course the Zobrist OPS will likely change but still for now...

[eddief]

cuz the manager wore his hat backwards and said "try not to suck."

[sasteelman]

With Toronto out, want to se the Cubs win-1945 was a very good year!

[bobswire]

With Toronto out, want to se the Cubs win-1945 was a very good year!

Yes it was ( at least for me). :)

[chuckroast]

We used to call him skates in the outfield but he was a great clutch hitter. And I love the Zobrist Royals/Cubs connection.

[Rada]

I'm pulling for the Tribe.

[clyde the point]

Indians all the way.

[makoti]

We used to call him skates in the outfield but he was a great clutch hitter. And I love the Zobrist Royals/Cubs connection.

Skates! HA! I forgot about that. He was an adventure in the outfield.

[marsh]

Go Cubs!

[Corso]

Chiefs!

Red Sox fan here. I want Tito to win, to send a “FU” to the Sox for dumping him.

Chief Wahoo: I’ve never really considered the logo “racist". But then again, I’m not an American Native.

Hmmm, our team is named after something you put on your feet to catch sweat and prevent blisters.

We were originally the Boston Americans. WhoTFKs why we copied Chicago.

[oldpotatoe]

Great first game, First WS pitcher to get 8 SO in first 3 innings.....Lester is dumb to argue with the home plate ump..regardless. Even if he did try to apologize..Go Tribe!!

[Louis]

Well, Cubs bats go dormant again in Game #3.

We'll see what happens in Game #4.

[oldpotatoe]

Well, Cubs bats go dormant again in Game #3.

We'll see what happens in Game #4.

Along with really good pitching from the tribe...yup!!Go Cleveland!!

[wc1934]

Great first game, First WS pitcher to get 8 SO in first 3 innings.....Lester is dumb to argue with the home plate ump..regardless. Even if he did try to apologize..Go Tribe!!

even dumber for not ever attempting a pick off

[sg8357]

You know that the Cubs winning the World Series is one the
events leading to the end of days ?

A Red C leads to the Rapture, it's in the Book.

[Louis]

Cubs in serious trouble now.

Trailing 4-1 in the top of 6th.

[Louis]

Well, maybe next year, Cubs fans.

Cleveland 7 - 1 Chicago

[Louis]

Bottom of the 7th and Miller needs only seven pitches to set down the Cubs.

I thought these guys would have more fight in them, but apparently not.

[TimAZ]

I'm pulling for the Tribe.

In North Dakota?

[Louis]

Cleveland wins, 7 - 2

Looks like it may soon be 109 years since the last title...

[rwsaunders]

Stat courtesy of ESPN..."With their 2nd win at Wrigley Field tonight, the Indians (2-0) now have as many World Series wins at Wrigley Field as the Cubs (2-13)."

[Louis]

Only thing working in the Cubs' favor is that they probably benefit in the pitching rotation match ups.

But they really do need to start hitting...

Game 5

Cle: T. Bauer (12-8, 4.26 ERA)
ChC: J. Lester (19-5, 2.44 ERA)

Game 6 (if necessary)

ChC: J. Arrieta (18-8, 3.10 ERA)
Cle: J. Tomlin (13-9, 4.40 ERA)

[estilley]

Looks like there could be some rain on this parade


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[spartanKid]

Just when you started to feel like Cleveland fans were starting to get the better of the sports gods (http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/17927784/cleveland-browns-fans-unfurl-misspelled-dawg-pound-banner)

[estilley]

Parade rain postponed for now!


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[OtayBW]

WhooHoo! Grand Slam, Game 6, 3rd inning, 7-0 Cubbies...

[Drmojo]

With Cubs luck Cleveland will rally. Not.
Should be one of the great game 7's in recent memory

[estilley]

Looks like we've got ourselves a ballgame Wednesday!


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[rwsaunders]

The Tribe are looking like the Browns right now.

[rounder]

I was going for the Orioles...that did not happen, then Nationals as second choice...that did not happen either. Then, with roots in New England was hoping the Red Sox would go far.

So anyway...Go Cubs!

[Schmed]

I guess wearing my Cubs jersey on today's mtb ride is helping!

[wc1934]

I guess wearing my Cubs jersey on today's mtb ride is helping!
Wear it again tomorrow.

[makoti]

So which will feel worse? To go up 3 games to 1, need just one more win to get the first series since '48 and lose three in a row? Or be down 3-1, battle back to even, need one more to finally win since '08, and lose game 7?
Because one of these are going to happen. Somebody is even more snake bit than the other guys.

[pdmtong]

So which will feel worse? To go up 3 games to 1, need just one more win to get the first series since '48 and lose three in a row? Or be down 3-1, battle back to even, need one more to finally win since '08, and lose game 7?
Because one of these are going to happen. Somebody is even more snake bit than the other guys.

Since GSW choked a 3-1 lead and let LBJ get his home ring, they already got their miracle.
I am rooting for CLE to lose game 7 at home and let the destiny of the Cubs and their great year be fulfilled.

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[cinema]

I guess wearing my Cubs jersey on today's mtb ride is helping!

i wore my cubs tee today too. that means we gotta wear the same set of clothes again tomorrow

[pdmtong]

I dislike both teams, but I think that I would prefer this scenario, especially if LBJ is there checking texts in the luxe-box again. :rolleyes:

Roger-that!

Love/Hate seeing former Athletics prospect hit the slam. That's pretty much par for the course with the A's...trade guys and they blossom. that was the curse of the SF/GS Warriors way back when starting with 00 (chief) and the pick that became Mchale.

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[pdmtong]

It was a sweet hit, though. That guy is fun.

"Fast and Furious: Oakland Drift" question:
If the Raiders move to Vegas, do the A's still stay in The Dump?

unknown....the whole thing is eff'd.

why? because Giants hold 'territorial" rights ot the south bay and peninsula. that means the best the A's can do is build near water at jack london square but no public transit (BART) goes there.

the morass is because the coliseum is governed by it's own Board, the county and the city - and these three cannot synchronize and get things moving.

silver/black sure are entertaining (600+ and 23 penalties) but I am not happy the two games I have gone to are their two losses. I think I will stay home this coming Sunday night.

[jlwdm]

I am not from Chicago or Cleveland but decided to head to game 7 tonight. Rooting for Cubs. Flying to Pittsburgh then driving too Cleveland. No car, hotel or ticket yet.

Jeff

[Gsinill]

I am not from Chicago or Cleveland but decided to head to game 7 tonight. Rooting for Cubs. Flying to Pittsburgh then driving too Cleveland. No car, hotel or ticket yet.

Jeff

Good luck!
A friend of mine and Cubs fan was at the game last night.
He considered to stay for game 7 but changed his mind after stories broke that ticket prices reached $20K+ within hours after game 6 ended.

[geeter]

Go cubs go!!!!!!!

[MattTuck]

Who was the guy they were showing last night that played on the last Indians team to win it all? That guy looked good. we should be studying his genetics.

[jmoore]

I watched probably 125 Texas Rangers games this season. So I was pulling for them. After the sweep by Toronto, I was pulling for the LA Dodgers. So I'm obviously a jinx to whichever team I am supporting.

I have no particular interest in either team winning. I'm just enjoying watching the games. It will be a great story whoever wins.

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[jtbadge]

This has been a really fun series to watch, and so much less stressful than watching my team try to end their own drought the last two Octobers.

Two nicely built rosters led by fascinating managers.

Glad the Cubs have bounced back, hope they finish off Cleveland tonight.

[kevinvc]

I don't really care about either team one way or the other, but I'm pulling slightly for the Cubs just because I hate the Cleveland mascot (seriously, why is that still considered acceptable and how do people justify dressing up in redface??)

Also, I believe John Smoltz is the best baseball commentator in the business. He doesn't feel compelled to fill every moment of air time with inane chatter, he really knows the game, and he has made some very insiteful comments.

[jtbadge]

I hate the Cleveland mascot (seriously, why is that still considered acceptable and how do people justify dressing up in redface??)

+1. Pretty disgusting.

[cuwinbs]

i think I'm rooting for the cubs!!

[Gsinill]

i think I'm rooting for the cubs!!

Gonna change your handle to culosebs if they lose?

[kppolich]

5-4 cubs in 10

[OtayBW]

Tonight's contest will be fun. It's the one next week that has me worried...:eek:

[estilley]

I'm rooting for Cleveland. And it's not because of the mascot! That thing needs to go.


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[Frankwurst]

It's been some seriously good baseball but it's killing me because I go to bed early and get up early as a rule but now I'm sitting up late (for me), drinking, and going to bed late. My frickin' liver doesn't care who wins but it can't see the good baseball being played. :beer:

[Schmed]

Wear it again tomorrow.

OK. Wore it two days in a row now (and got a ton of "Go Cubs" during my ride), so we should be good to go.

"As sure as God made green apples, someday the Cubs are going to be in the World Series"

~ Harry Caray ~

[Louis]

I'm rooting for the Cubs mostly because I'm rooting for Kyle Hendricks:

https://static01.nyt.com/images/2016/10/23/sports/23HENDRICKS2/23HENDRICKS2-master675.jpg

[572cv]

Pretty classy national anthem, Cleveland. Nicely done.

[MattTuck]

I'm rooting for the Cubs mostly because I'm rooting for Kyle Hendricks:

https://static01.nyt.com/images/2016/10/23/sports/23HENDRICKS2/23HENDRICKS2-master675.jpg

Me too. Also, 1908.

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[Louis]

Well Hendricks, you now have your 1-run lead.

8 more shutout innings and you'll be THE big man in Chicago for a long, long time to come. Maybe even forever.

[jlwdm]

I don't really care about either team one way or the other, but I'm pulling slightly for the Cubs just because I hate the Cleveland mascot (seriously, why is that still considered acceptable and how do people justify dressing up in redface??)

...

The mascot is not an Indian. It is worse than the Indian though.

Jeff

[cuwinbs]

Gonna change your handle to culosebs if they lose?

never!!!!!!!!

[Louis]

Baez is an idiot.

[pdmtong]

Pretty classy national anthem, Cleveland. Nicely done.

Nothing better than unity

[Louis]

Nothing better than unity

I didn't see it. Did Hillary and Trump sing a duet?

[pjm]

I didn't see it. Did Hillary and Trump sing a duet?
Another one?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=q8AK6FOz99E

[Louis]

Well, maybe Baez isn't an idiot after all...

[melonyogloo]

Baez is an idiot.

Baez just made up for his two errors with a solo HR.
Now, see if they can hit Andrew Miller.

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[Louis]

Another one?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=q8AK6FOz99E

America's Got Talent ;)

[Schmed]

well, maybe baez isn't an idiot after all...

:d

[flydhest]

Good baseball. Enjoying it.

[MattTuck]

Ump misses a strike, so pull the pitcher? This has the earmarks of over-reaction. Hope it doesn't burn them.

[Louis]

Hope it doesn't burn them.

It has so far.

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[Louis]

He's a known idiot. Any Cardinals fan will confirm that.

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[572cv]

I'm rooting for the Cubs mostly because I'm rooting for Kyle Hendricks:

https://static01.nyt.com/images/2016/10/23/sports/23HENDRICKS2/23HENDRICKS2-master675.jpg

The "D" connection, right. Erstwhile Hanoverians are us.

K then, go cubbies.

[Louis]

And if Lester now gets 6 straights outs? :D

Then Maddon's clearly a genius.

Of course it's all in hindsight, but Hendricks did look like he was in a groove.

[Louis]

The "D" connection, right. Erstwhile Hanoverians are us.

K then, go cubbies.

Yup.

He pitched a good game. A bit rocky at first, but then settled down.

But the game's far from over.

[melonyogloo]

Having David Ross in paid off....

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[geeter]

Gramps!

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[estilley]

I might be enjoying the new "lightening speed feature" that just showed up on the comcast dvr more than the game.

Just kidding, but as least now I can catch up faster now.


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[Louis]

How Lester does this inning (bottom of 6th) will determine whether or not bringing him in was a good move.

[Louis]

Wow - tie game. :(

[Tony T]

https://getwittedsports.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/curse-of-the-goat3.jpg

[makoti]

And I was all set to go to bed...

[jr59]

it ain't over, till it's over

[pdmtong]

Cannot make this stuff up

[kppolich]

Hang on!

[MattTuck]

Ahhh, let the second guessing begin.

They have seen Chapman enough, and his stuff is weak. Cubs have squandered the opportunity they had mid-way through the game. Better hope they get lucky with some offense and figure out who is pitching the 9th inning.

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[Louis]

Bunt attempt ?????

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[Tony T]

Bunt attempt ?????

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squeeze_play_(baseball)

[MattTuck]

why is Chapman still in the game?

[Louis]

Free baseball :banana::banana::banana:

[Louis]

But not just yet. :(:(:(

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[MattTuck]

ahhh, nuts. Do I stay up for this rain delay or go get some sleep?

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[beeatnik]

2016 World Series, I like your style.

[Louis]

You know what Louis will think of you if you abandon now.... :D

That Matt makes better decisions than Joe Maddon?

[MattTuck]

It is a low bar. I'm still here. I brushed my teeth.

[estilley]

It has quite literally rained on Chicago's parade


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[makoti]

They walked a guy to pitch to Zobrist?? Do they not listen to me at all?

[Louis]

Whooo Hooo !

Now bring the fire-balling closer in to close it out.

Oh, he was already used...

[thunderworks]

This is exhausting

[MattTuck]

Whooo Hooo !

Now bring the fire-balling closer in to close it out.

Oh, he was already used...

haha. This is a good game 7. Probably a lot of TV sales tomorrow in Chicago area, for people replacing sets after throwing objects at them.

[estilley]

Maybe Baez will do that bunt thing again


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[Louis]

Maybe Baez will do that bunt thing again

That wasn't his fault - the manager called for it. Can't blame Baez for that one.

[estilley]

That wasn't his fault - the manager called for it. Can't blame Baez for that one.



Jokes!

I will say Baez is the best fielder in the series. He's made some amazing plays.


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[Louis]

It's highly unlikely, but can you imagine what would happen if Cleveland ties it up and the game goes on?

[MattTuck]

Figured it out. Joe Maddon must have an ownership stake in Chicago's cardiology clinic. Only explanation for some of the earlier decisions.

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[Louis]

One out away!

Chicago will explode.

[Louis]

Tying run at the plate!

That Davis guy who tied it earlier.

[MattTuck]

please get an out, and save us from another "real people" Chevy ad.

[Louis]

Winning run at the plate !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[estilley]

please get an out, and save us from another "real people" Chevy ad.



I'm ready for the real people. Bring us the real people Cleveland.


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[Louis]

Baseball is awesome.

[MattTuck]

Thank you. You ARE a genius! Those ads are so annoying!

Ferrero Rocher.... ahh, I'd like to see the demographics of extra innings world series viewers. Seems like an odd choice. Thankfully, they spared us a chevy ad.

[estilley]

Well, now my life can continue


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[Louis]

It's OVER :hello::hello::hello:

[estilley]

Turning off before I have to witness the ski goggle champagne thing


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[MattTuck]

Good game. Go Big Green.

From a Boston guy to any chicago fans, you can begin living in the present now :hello: Congrats.

I'm going to bed. haha.

[estilley]

Congratulations Chicago! Now time for the Mets to put it together next year!


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[Schmed]

I can finally wash my Cubs shirt. So happy for all my buds in Chicago! Vienna beef dogs for dinner washed down with an Old Style did the trick!

http://imgc.allpostersimages.com/images/P-473-488-90/9/941/OHRX000Z/posters/cubs-win.jpg

[gasman]

One of the best Series ever, and I'm a Giants fan.

[smontanaro]

What a game. I don't think the baseball gods wanted the series to end...

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[jtbadge]

Incredible.

[ntb1001]

Great series. I'm glad Chicago won this...as much as I liked Cleveland, they knocked out the Blue Jay's so I couldn't help but to root for the Cubs!!
Best world series of recent years.

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[Elefantino]

Mercifully, the Cubs won in 10, sparing us any more presidential election ads.

[azrider]

I'm waiting for Joe Buck to announce that, "That is the first time that a substitute-catcher pinch-runner has been out on a good slide in the 9th inning of a World Series Game 7 since I got new hair plugs and starting wearing my "fun" socks...". :rolleyes:

Well played

Can't stand that jakas$. If only he got a fraction of the class his dad had


Oh and good job to Cubs

[soulspinner]

Mercifully, the Cubs won in 10, sparing us any more presidential election ads.

:p

[MattTuck]

Back the Future was one year off. Damn, THAT would have been something.

[Tony T]

http://akns-images.eonline.com/eol_images/Entire_Site/2015920/rs_500x249-151020153319-Oct_20_2015_1507.gif

[Joxster]

Why is it called the World Series? Are there teams from South America, Europe and Australasia in the competition?

[makoti]

Why is it called the World Series? Are there teams from South America, Europe and Australasia in the competition?

They usually lose in the very early rounds, when teams are selected by saying "I'll take Jimmy!"

[MattTuck]

Why is it called the World Series? Are there teams from South America, Europe and Australasia in the competition?

Well, MLB is the premier baseball league in the world. There are players from the Americas and Asia, that I know of. Not sure of any Europeans.

[Tony T]

Why is it called the World Series? Are there teams from South America, Europe and Australasia in the competition?

Better question is why is it called "Miss Universe" :)

[estilley]

Better question is why is it called "Miss Universe" :)



The aliens usually get out in the early early rounds.


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[false_Aest]

Doesn't matter where I live, "I'm from Chicago."

This is just so nice, so very nice!

[cookietom]

I am SF Giants fan but I am happy for Chicago Fans, they deserved it...108 years later,,,,

[Steve in SLO]

Watch for the Cubs in 2124!

[alexstar]

Back the Future was one year off. Damn, THAT would have been something.

Parks & Recreation called it.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/entertainthis/2016/11/03/parks-and-rec-cubs-world-series-win-prediction-mike-schur/93230274/

[makoti]

Parks & Recreation called it.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/entertainthis/2016/11/03/parks-and-rec-cubs-world-series-win-prediction-mike-schur/93230274/

Amateurs. In 1989.

http://www.syracuse.com/sports/index.ssf/2016/11/chicago_cubs_world_series_win_prediction.html

[marsh]

The Wife, kid and I are riding our bikes to the parade tomorrow. So surreal!

[jlwdm]

My last minute decision yesterday morning to hop on a plane and go to game 7 of the World Series was well worth the effort.

I arrived three hours before game time and soaked up the atmosphere for one hour outside Progressive Field and two hours inside. The game was exciting, but stressful watching the Indians keep fighting back to stay in the game -although they never led.

I was high fived by more Cubs' fans last night than by other people in the rest of my long life - I was wearing a Cubs t shirt. This happened before, during and after the game.

I hated seeing Lester come in with 2 outs in the 5th inning and a runner on first as Hendricks was still pitching well. Why bring in a pitcher who cannot hold a runner on first when there is a runner on first. Two runs scored.

Lester then settled down, but he was taken out with two outs and a runner on first. This time three runs scored. Chapman did not have it whether it was from too many pitches in games 5 and 6 or the pressure of the moment got the best of him.

Last night was an experience I will never forget and is a great example of the value of experiences over buying stuff. I need to be spontaneous and have more special life experiences.

My memorable cycling experience is two weeks at the Tour de France, including riding every day. I would like to attend the Six Days of Ghent, but with Wiggins and Cavendish riding this year tickets are going to be tough to come by.


Jeff

[MattTuck]

Did you buy a ticket, or get one from a Cleveland fan who was leaving?

Crazy game to watch on TV. Can only imagine the tension at the ballpark.

Would love to do some stuff like that, kudos for having the guts to do it!

[Louis]

My last minute decision yesterday morning to hop on a plane and go to game 7 of the World Series was well worth the effort.

On the radio broadcast they did mention several times that there were a lot more Cubs fans for Game #7 than there had been for #6.

Congratulations for just winging it and having such a good time. :)